Screening

Examination of a group of usually asymptomatic individuals to detect those with a high probability of having a given disease, typically by means of an inexpensive diagnostic test

Birth Control after Weight Loss Surgery

It is clear that whilst most women are aware of the recommendations regarding pregnancy and contraception following bariatric surgery, many do not heed them. Various forms of contraception are available after weight loss surgery, and choice of method should take into account a range of personal factors including long and ​short term requirements, future plans for pregnancy, sexual health risks, age, overall health, use of other medications, efficacy and convenience.